2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 800 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | CTS | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |